Bricklayer Level 2 Apprenticeship
Course Overview
Bricklayer Level 2 Apprenticeship
You will learn how to construct masonry cladding and cavity walling to form masonry structures. Skills in constructing solid walling with isolated and attached piers are also covered. Additionally, studying health, safety, and welfare in construction and related industries forms part of the curriculum. Other key areas include setting out masonry structures, understanding construction technology, and more.
Located at: Off Site
Course Start: Any time
Course length: 24 Months
Course Code: ACON2872500
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Course Content
You will need to be at least 16 years of age
You will hold two GCSEs at grade 9/A*-2/E, plus GCSE Maths and English at grade 3/D or above
It is desirable that you hold GCSE English and Maths qaulifications at grade 4/C or above but this is not essential as Functional Skills is delivered as part of the apprenticeship programme
You will need to find an employer willing to employ you as an apprentice. Please see our Apprenticeship vacancies for the latest opportunities. Please be aware, individual employers will set their own entry requirements and selection criteria for their apprenticeship job role.
Upon completion you could progress onto the Level 3 Bricklaying Advanced Apprenticeship or apply for job roles including:
Bricklayer
Craft Mason
On completion of this apprenticeship, you will have satisfied the requirements to obtain a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Card at the appropriate level. As a result of achieving the Apprenticeship, there will be an entitlement to join the Federation of Master Builders continuous professional development (CPD) scheme for individual tradespeople.
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For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.
If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.
If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.
Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, the Sports Village, where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates.
Barnsley Sports Academy offers state-of-the-art facilities and diverse sports programs, enabling students to achieve academic and athletic excellence. Remember, you don't have to be studying Sport to join Barnsley Sports Academy.
Disclaimer: Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
The course information on this page was last updated 22 March 2025.
